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EAS CONGRESS 2006

                                                
                                                 KNOWLEDGE CENTER
                   What is CS? Coastal Strategy Activities Good Practice
 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Coastal Strategy calls for the involvement of various parties. All stakeholders have their own respective roles and levels of contribution in implementing the strategy and its action programs

Federal Government

  •     Promotes/adopts relevant policies, regulations, and economic instruments that are     compatible with the coastal strategy objectives and actions.

  •     Implements planning, development, administrative and financial management programs in support of the Coastal Strategy.

  •     Monitors and evaluates the implementation of programs and institutional arrangements in support of the Coastal Strategy.

  •     Conducts capacity building programs aimed at strengthening coastal and ocean governance capabilities at the State and local government levels.

State Government

  •     The State Economic Planning Unit and the Selangor Waters Management Authority develop a state coastal zoning system, which is consistent with the Strategy.

  •     Implements the planning, development, administration and  financial management of program activities in the Strategy. 

  •     Promotes smart partnerships between the Federal, State and Local governments with the private sector and the communities.

  •    Enhances mechanisms for public and private sector participation in the planning process, related to the management of the coastal zone and its resources.

  •     Develops public information and awareness programs to encourage appreciation of the importance of the coastal zone and its resources, and to mobilize civil society.

Local Government

  •     Formulates and implements local action plans as identified in the Strategy.

  •     Participates in the planning, development, administration and financial management of infrastructure projects within the community. 

  •     Establishes smart partnerships with the private sector and other local stakeholders as part of the action plan to provide environmental facilities and services. 

  •     Identifies opportunities for economic development and environmental investment, which support the Strategy.

  •     Monitors and assesses progress, and refines local plans of action.

Private Sector

  •     Forges smart partnerships with local governments and communities to promote sustainable development of marine and coastal areas.

  •     Invests in development and environmental enhancement projects  that support the Strategy.

  •     Practices corporate responsibility in developing, managing and using natural resources.

Non-Governmental Organization

  •     Gathers and packages information on environmental issues and management programs and the environment for use in public information campaigns and education programs.

  •     Ensures that the rights of the indigenous people and other special interest groups are respected and given due consideration in development and environmental management.

  •     Raises funds to finance the implementation of the action programs at the community level.

  •     Conducts capacity building programs at the community level, addressing issues such as resource management, waste management and pollution prevention, health care and sanitation, and alternative livelihoods.

Research Institution/University

  •     Provides advice and expertise on relevant policy matters at national and local levels.

  •     Conducts research projects to assist with problem-solving and management programs.

  •     Establishes partnerships with the public sectors and other stakeholders for the implementation of the Strategy. 

  •     Develops and implements educational programs on sustainable development of marine and coastal areas.

Community

  •     Develops awareness and understanding of local environmental issues.

  •     Mobilizes local citizens to fulfil their responsibilities as stewards of the local community and the environment. 

  •     Implements a “community-watch” programme on the implementation of environmental policies and programs at the local level.

  •     Lobbies local officials regarding the progress being made toward the objectives and expected outputs of the Strategy

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